Swasey's Beach Campground
Desolation Canyon, Utah
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As of September 2026, Swasey's Beach Campground is a campground in Utah with 12 campsites. Swasey's Beach Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Swasey's Beach Campground is located at 39.1159° N, 110.1121° W.
Swasey's Beach Campground reservations and next available dates
September 2026
Campsites at Swasey's Beach Campground
Amenities
- restrooms
At a glance: Setting: Canyon.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, photography.
About Swasey's Beach Campground
Overview
The Swaseys Beach campground and day use area allow for camping and picnicking opportunities on the Green River across from Swaseys Boat Ramp. The beach and many campsites are shaded with large cottonwoods. Both areas are often full on summer weekends with recreationists floating the Green River Daily, swimming, enjoying the beach, and camping.
Recreation
Thousands of visitors float the Green River Daily each year, putting in at Nefertiti Boat Ramp eight miles north of Swaseys Beach. Many more day users find relaxation on the beach, picnicking, fishing, and swimming during the warm summer months. While BLM rangers maintain the campground and patrol the river, there are no lifeguards, and visitors are responsible for their safety. Campfires are only allowed in fire rings. Please do not build fires on the beach.
Facilities
- Accessible vault toilets
- Picnic tables
- Campfire rings
- Boat ramp
Natural Features
This recreation site is located beside Swaseys Rapid near the takeout for river runners floating the Green River Daily and Desolation-Gray canyons. It is framed by steep canyon walls, and cottonwoods provide a reprieve from summer heat. Hastings Road continues north paralleling the river, providing a scenic drive through the canyon and opportunities to appreciate the lush riparian ecosystem, rock art, sounds of the Green River, and outstanding canyon scenery including views of Desolation Canyon Wilderness across the river. This segment of the Green River is designated as a Wild and Scenic River Recreational Segment.
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Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (435) 636-3600.
Rules and notices at Swasey's Beach Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Swasey's Beach Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
This location is open to day use and camping. Campers should park and camp in designated campsites and reserve the parking areas around Hastings Road for day users and river runners. All sites are first come first serve. There are no water services. Cell phone reception is unreliable. The nearest city is Green River, which has gas stations and grocery stores. Hastings Road is paved up to the boat ramp; the short section to the campground is gravel and well-maintained. The road condition becomes more varied going north to Nefertiti Boat Ramp, with some spots that are rocky or sandy (though passable in most vehicles). Watch for rockfall and floods during rainy seasons.
Swasey's Beach Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Swasey's Beach Campground?
Swasey's Beach Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at Swasey's Beach Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Swasey's Beach Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Swasey's Beach Campground have?
Swasey's Beach Campground has 12 campsites.
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